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Congratulations Class of 2024! Palm Beach Central Community High School graduation photos
It's that time again for the sound of "Pomp and Circumstance" as high school seniors at Palm Beach Central Community High School collect their diplomas at the school's graduation ceremony, held Friday, May 17 at the South Florida Fairgrounds. This is the third year that graduations are back to normal...
North Palm Beach Residents Clash with Officials over Airport Expansion Plans
Palm Beach County is in the midst of a tug-of-war over the proposed expansion of the North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport. Officials claim the expansion will ease operational constraints and boost the economy, but locals fear increased noise will disrupt their tranquil lives. The project, aimed to stretch Runway 14/32 by 1,700 feet and widen it to 100 feet, is now open for public scrutiny, CBS12 reported.
Warm and humid tonight; very hot for Friday
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — A weak stationary front is currently draped just north of our region. We will stay in the hot and humid with plenty of tropical moisture. Overnight lows drop into the upper 70s at the coast and mid-70s elsewhere. Radar | Alerts | 7-Day Forecast...
How north county is growing: Seven-story apartment tower nears OK at Twin City Mall site
LAKE PARK — A seven-story apartment complex might rise on part of the former Twin City Mall site, which has been weed-infested, sandy vacant land eyed by developers for decades since the mall’s demolition. The “Northlake Promenade Apartments” plan triumphed over traffic and parking concerns from the Lake Park and North Palm Beach...
West Palm Beach commissioners, mayor in line for massive pay raises
West Palm Beach City Commission members are expected to decide this month whether to sharply increase their pay and that of the mayor. On Monday night, commissioners gave preliminary approval to a recommendation from the city staff that their pay be increased by just under 32% to $46,112 per year from their current pay of $35,000. The mayor's annual pay would also rise by about 32%, to $197,625 from its current $150,000.
Cargo train hits abandoned car on tracks, closes streets in downtown West Palm Beach
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — A Palm Beach County man was arrested Friday morning, accused of parking his car on the train tracks and causing a violent collision and fire. Twenty-eight-year-old Larenz Garcia was arrested shortly after the crash. Police said they found him running on the tracks. He...
Congratulations Class of 2024! Lake Worth Community High School graduation photos
It's that time again for the sound of "Pomp and Circumstance" as high school seniors at Lake Worth Community High School collect their diplomas at the school's graduation ceremony, held Friday, May 17 at the South Florida Fairgrounds. This is the third year that graduations are back to normal since...
Give thanks for our freedoms during one of these Palm Beach County Memorial Day events
In honor of all U.S. military personnel who gave their lives defending freedom and democracy there will be several Memorial Day events in Palm Beach County. Originally called Decoration Day, from the early tradition of decorating their graves with flowers, wreaths and flags, Memorial Day is the time to remember those who answered the call and stood for what is right. Those who stood for the very freedoms we enjoy. Those who faced combat, braved the high...
Woman jumps from burning Jeep on I-95, police say
A woman is recovering after jumping out of her vehicle that was engulfed in flames on Monday, West Palm Beach police said. Witnesses told officers that the Jeep was traveling about 35 mph in the northbound lanes of Interstate 95 between Forrest Hill Boulevard and Southern Boulevard when it caught fire. She was said to have rolled into the inside lane.
Palm Beach seaside home brings $36.9 million on North End; it last sold for $6.6M in 2004
A couple with deep ties to Tennessee has sold — for a recorded $36.9 million — the Palm Beach home they bought on the ocean 20 years ago in the near North End. Jean Bottorff sold the three-bedroom house and its two-bedroom guesthouse at 300 N. Ocean Blvd. via a deed recorded May 16. Bottorff was joined on the deed by her businessman and banker husband, Dennis C. Bottorff. ...
Three men sentenced for violent kidnapping and robbery of Belle Glade drug dealer: DOJ
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Thursday the sentencing of three men involved in a robbery and kidnapping of a Belle Glade drug dealer, and interstate transportation of stolen drug proceeds scheme. Dillon Renee Polanco, Anthony William Lamar, and Rahsaan Rolando...
Stray dog injured in possible gator attack
PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. - A good Samaritan is being praised for their quick thinking in saving a dog's life after an alligator attack in Lake Worth Beach. Veterinarian Dr. Victoria Koehler described the injury as "one of the worst" that she’s ever seen. Officials with the Brady Hunter Foundation said a good Samaritan found the dog, that they’ve now named "Brady," near a canal last Friday. Veterinarians believe he had been suffering for several days before he was found.
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